Bernadette Melnyk Elected to the Institute of Medicine
Melynk is chief wellness officer, dean of the College of Nursing and associate vice president for health promotion at The Ohio State University is part of the class of 70 new members and 10 foreign associates elected to the Institute of Medicine (IOM) this year. http://go.osu.edu/MelnykIOM

Michael Rice Awarded Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska's Award for Distinguished Service
The award is given for inspirational leadership, service, advocacy and passion for behavioral health in Nebraska. Rice is recognized for his skill as a teacher, dedication to research, vision in integrating technology and health services delivery, and commitment to care for rural residents. Rice formerly served as associate clinical director of BHECN and was a professor and psychiatric nurse practitioner at the UNMC College of Nursing. http://www.unmc.edu/bhecn/Neligh_Native_Honored.htm

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